673 Names That Start With L for Boys

We’re on the quest for the perfect name, and you’re in for a treat with the letter L. The 12th letter of the alphabet is a poster boy for baby names, with classics like Leo, Lucas, Levi, and Liam enjoying spots on the most popular lists. But the letter L has so much more to offer beyond the usual favourites.

Maybe you’re drawn to L because of family ties to Larrys or Leonards, or perhaps you already have a little Lily and want to keep sibling initials consistent. Whatever your reason, the letter L is brimming with possibilities. From Lloyd and Landon to Leeland, you’re sure to find a name that stands out from the crowd.

We turned to our expansive Mum’s Grapeviner community, gathering input from over half a million mums who shared their favourite L names that they believe are totally fab.

L Names with a Theme

Themes can provide wonderful inspiration when choosing a name, and the letter L delivers with a variety of options. Whether you’re looking for nickname-friendly names, place-inspired choices, or stately selections, L has something for everyone.

• Nickname first names: Loki, Laz, Lundy, Lane, Lars, Link
• Places: Landon, London, Logan, Lorne, Laos, Leeds, Lancaster
• Gender neutral: Lesley, Landry, Lang, Lindsay, Lee,
• Biblical: Luke, Lucas, Lois, Lysias, Leor, Lazarus, Levi
• Stately: Lincoln, Langford, Ludlowe, Linton, Linford, Lawson, Lexington

Unique L Names

If you’re more into something distinctive than Lucas, these unique L names are sure to catch your attention. Each name offers a rare and memorable quality:

• Laertes
• Laoghaire
• Lawler
• Leander
• Leshem
• Loudon
• Loyse
• Lycan
• Larenz
• Lindon

Animal-Inspired L Names

For the animal lovers out there, why not give your little one a name that’s positively purrfect? Here are some of our favourite animal-inspired L names:

• Lark/Larke
• Leo
• Lemur
• Loris
• Lykoi
• Lynx
• Leopard
• Lupin

Iconic L Names

Inspired by the worlds of music and movies, these iconic L names carry a sense of fame and style. Whether you’re a fan of legendary musicians or iconic actors, these names are sure to leave an impression:

Led: After Led Zeppelin
Ledger: After Heath Ledger
Lennox: After Annie Lennox
Leon: After Kings Of Leon
Lionel: After Lionel Ritchie
Lambert: After Adam Lambert
Lior: After Lior Attar
Lennon: After John Lennon
Luther: After Luther Vandross

Nature-Inspired L Names

For those who love the great outdoors, these L names are subtly inspired by nature, with meanings that connect to the earth and beyond:

Lakeyn/Laken: Means “body of water”
Llyr: Means “from the sea”
Lochlan/Lachlan: Means “from the fjord and lake-land”
Landon: Means “long hill, ridge”
Lesley: Means “garden of holly”
Linc: Means “lake colony”
Lindon: Means “from near a lime tree”
Leaf: Directly inspired by nature

L Names That Mean ‘Light’

A name meaning ‘light’ is one of the best gifts you can give your child. Shine bright with these luminous L names:

• Lenian: ‘Torch, light, bright, shining’
• Leor: ‘Light unto me’
• Lohan: ‘Good light’
• Louan: ‘Light and shining’
• Leondrit: ‘Born in the light’
• Loukas: ‘Bringer of light’
• Leano: ‘Sunlight, sunshine’
• Lucian: Means “light”

Celebrity Sons with L Names

Celebrities often choose unique and memorable names for their children, and L names are no exception. Here are some famous examples that might inspire you:

• Justine Schofield’s son, Louis
• Alec Baldwin’s son, Leonardo
• Martha Kalifatidis’ son, Lucius
• Zara Tindall’s son, Lucas
• Diplo’s son, Lazer Lee Louis
• Sarah Marie Fahd’s son Lyon
• Roger Federer’s son, Leo
• Karlie Kloss’ son, Levi
• Hilary Duff’s son, Luca
• Nick Cannon’s son, Legendary Love

 

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